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Editor suggestions and favorites

With over 50 novels currently in print, it’s easy to be overwhelmed when trying to figure out where to start reading Georgette Heyer’s novels. In the sections below, our editors provide a few of their own favorites and a few suggestions to help you get started reading Miss Heyer. We know that no matter where you start, you are certain to fall in love with Miss Heyer’s sparkling writing, her wit and humor, and her lovable characters.

AN INTRODUCTION TO THE QUEEN OF REGENCY ROMANCE

Georgette Heyer has been called the “Queen of Regency Romance” and her work is often referred to as “sparkling.” If you are looking for a wonderful Regency to start with, you can’t go wrong with these editor favorites:
Cover image of Frederica by Georgette Heyer
FREDERICA
Cover image of False Colours by Georgette Heyer
FALSE COLOURS

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR UNFORGETTABLE CHARACTERS

Georgette Heyer’s characters are one of the biggest strengths of her writing and what keeps readers coming back for more. If you are looking for an introduction to some of Heyer’s richest and most unforgettable characters, these rank among the best:
Cover image of These Old Shades by Georgette Heyer
THESE OLD SHADES
Cover image of Venetia by Georgette Heyer
VENETIA

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A BOOK THAT WILL SURPRISE YOU

Usually heroes are bold and daring, but in a few of Georgette Heyer’s novels they come in characters that may surprise you. To experience some of these unusual and irresistible heroes and surprises at every turn, you might try:
Cover image of Cotillion by Georgette Heyer
COTILLION
Cover image of The Foundling by Georgette Heyer
THE FOUNDLING

IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A LAUGH

We all love to laugh, and Georgette Heyer’s rapier wit and genius for sheer delightful romantic comedies are a guaranteed way to bring that out of her readers. If you are looking to laugh and revel in Miss Heyer’s comedic humor, we recommend:
Cover image of The Grand Sophy by Georgette Heyer
THE GRAND SOPHY
Cover image of The Talisman Ring by Georgette Heyer
THE TALISMAN RING

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR HISTORICALLY ACCURATE NOVELS

While Miss Heyer was prolific in her writing of Regency romances, her true love was in writing historical fiction. Georgette Heyer was well-known for her historical accuracy and the rich details she provided in her writing. For an introduction to her historical fiction that is second to none, we recommend:
Cover image of An Infamous Army by Georgette Heyer
AN INFAMOUS ARMY
Cover image of The Spanish Bride by Georgette Heyer
THE SPANISH BRIDE

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR ENGLISH MURDER MYSTERIES

Do you love Agatha Christie and the classic English murder mysteries? If so, we know you will love what Georgette Heyer contributed to the Golden Age of the genre, including these two classics:
Cover image of The Unfinished Clue by Georgette Heyer
THE UNFINISHED CLUE
Cover image of Behold, Here's Poison by Georgette Heyer
BEHOLD, HERE'S POISON

HELP INTRODUCE YOUNG READERS TO GEORGETTE HEYER

How old were you when you discovered Georgette Heyer? For many of us, our love of Miss Heyer’s writing started when we were quite young, having been introduced to her books by a parent or loved one. To introduce young readers to Georgette Heyer’s work, these Regency romances feature quirky, entertaining young heroines:
Cover image of The Convenient Marriage by Georgette Heyer
THE CONVENIENT MARRIAGE
Cover image of Friday's Child by Georgette Heyer
FRIDAY'S CHILD

OTHER STAND-OUTS FOR THE WELL-ROUNDED HEYER FAN

So what if you already have read many of Georgette Heyer’s novels, where should you turn next? Our recommendations for the well-rounded fan would be:
Cover image of Cousin Kate by Georgette Heyer
Cover image of The Black Moth by Georgette Heyer
COUSIN KATE
THE BLACK MOTH
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